Lot 457
  • 457

Maurice de Vlaminck

Estimate
40,000 - 60,000 GBP
bidding is closed

Description

  • Maurice de Vlaminck
  • Bouquet
  • signed Vlaminck (lower left)
  • oil on canvas
  • 54.7 by 46cm., 21 1/2 by 18 1/8 in.

Provenance

Sale: Delorme & Fraysse, Paris, 23rd October 2001, lot 19
Purchased at the above sale by the present owner

Condition

The canvas is not lined and UV examination reveals some fine lines of retouching to the lower left flower. There is some rubbing to the lower and left edges due to framing. There are some fine lines of stable craquelure and paint shrinkage in places, predominantly to the background and the lower left red flower. This work is in overall good condition.
"In response to your inquiry, we are pleased to provide you with a general report of the condition of the property described above. Since we are not professional conservators or restorers, we urge you to consult with a restorer or conservator of your choice who will be better able to provide a detailed, professional report. Prospective buyers should inspect each lot to satisfy themselves as to condition and must understand that any statement made by Sotheby's is merely a subjective, qualified opinion. Prospective buyers should also refer to any Important Notices regarding this sale, which are printed in the Sale Catalogue.
NOTWITHSTANDING THIS REPORT OR ANY DISCUSSIONS CONCERNING A LOT, ALL LOTS ARE OFFERED AND SOLD AS IS" IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CONDITIONS OF BUSINESS PRINTED IN THE SALE CATALOGUE."